Some call it liquid gold, but I think Homemade Garlic Ghee is more like liquid sunshine. It makes me so happy and takes only minutes to make! Fill me up buttercup!
If you've never heard of ghee before, it's actually as simple as making clarified butter.
What is so special about that you ask? Let me count the ways...
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- What are the ingredients and kitchen equipment needed for making Homemade Garlic Ghee?
- What is ghee?
- Why cooking with homemade ghee is beneficial:
- How to store homemade ghee:
- The easy steps for making Homemade Garlic Ghee:
- Is making homemade ghee more economical?
- More recipes for garlic lovers:
- Homemade Garlic Ghee
What are the ingredients and kitchen equipment needed for making Homemade Garlic Ghee?
- butter
- garlic cloves
- cheesecloth
- saucepan
- strainer
- glass jar with a lid
What is ghee?
Why cooking with homemade ghee is beneficial:
How to store homemade ghee:
The easy steps for making Homemade Garlic Ghee:
- Add butter into a saucepan along with smashed garlic cloves. Stir well.
- Melt butter over medium-low heat.
- Raise the heat to medium-high allowing the butter to come to a low boil. Boil for 1 minute.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 4-5 minutes. You'll notice the milk fat on the bottom of the saucepan.
- Place the cheesecloth in the strainer and strain the clear garlic ghee into a glass jar and discard the solids.
- Cool the ghee before adding the lid to the jar.
Is making homemade ghee more economical?
More recipes for garlic lovers:
Garlic Lovers Pork Chops have a mildly sweet and fragrant garlic flavor that doesn't overpower or overwhelm the taste buds. Trust me when I tell you that they will be some of the best pork chops you've ever eaten!
If you're a garlic lover then you MUST try this Garlic Lover's Pizza! The crust is super simple to make and is the perfect thickness to hold all the garlicy, cheesy goodness this pizza possesses!
With only a few ingredients, this amazing Roasted Garlic Dip comes together in a flash and is ready to serve in minutes.
Roasted Garlic Compound Butter with Herbs takes only minutes to make and will liven up any savory dish with big, bold flavor! Make some today and keep it handy for everyday cooking, and also for special occasions!
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Homemade Garlic Ghee
Ingredients
- 1 pound butter
- 4 cloves garlic smashed
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium/low heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic and stir.
- Increase the heat to medium/high and allow the butter to come to a boil. Boil for approximately 1 minute.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer lightly for 4-5 minutes. You'll notice the milk fats have settled on the bottom of the pan and the clarified butter is on top.
- Use the strainer and cheesecloth to strain the ghee into a glass jar and discard the milkfat.
- Allow the ghee to cool and place the lid on the jar.
- Store in a cool, dark place for up to 3 months. Use as you would regular butter and also to saute and pan-fry foods.
Notes
Nutrition
I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's recipe for Homemade Garlic Ghee as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!
I have only scratched the surface regarding the benefits of ghee and why it's so important to have on hand for your cooking, and for your health.
If you're curious to find out more, the internet has a wealth of information about ghee that I just know you'll find fascinating.
Thank you so much for visiting me today in my Kudos Kitchen. I hope you found something you'll love and that you'll come back and visit me often. There is always room for you around my table!
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Crystal M Cekala says
This has me wanting 5o tey other herbs and spices like rosemary or oregano. Infusing ghee like we do other cooking oils.
Renée says
Go for it, Crystal! You are only limited by your imagination.
Enjoy! 🙂
Renee
RD says
You must strain out the garlic before it burns. I just ruined a huge batch because I didn't know this little point. Let it cook, then strain or scoop out the garlic by some means or other and then continue with the clarification, but don't leave it in there for the full duration of the clarifying process or it WILL burn and basically ruin everything.
Renée says
Hello, RD. I'm sorry that happened to you but I've never had that problem.
Did you reduce the heat to low? That's the key.
Take care,
Renee
Taylor says
So simple yet such a great way to add extra flavor. Delicious!
Renée says
Super easy, Taylor. Thanks.
Sarah says
Woah! I never thought about adding garlic to my ghee-- I love this idea!
Renée says
Thanks, Sarah! I like to add garlic to just about everything. 😉
Kellie Hemmerly says
Much easier than I thought it would be to make, thanks for sharing!
Cookin' Canuck says
Ghee is already amazing to start with, and I can imagine it's even 10 times better when infused with garlic!
Susan says
I haven't made ghee in a while and now I'm thinking another batch is in order. It's just magical, there's no other way to put it!
Heather Schmitt-Gonzalez says
When I worked in restaurants, I used to make ghee by the gallon, but I rarely make it at home. I need to change that, it's so great to have on hand. I love that you've infused it with garlic.
Paula-bell'alimento says
Everyone needs a little ghee in their kitchen. This is such a great thing to have on hand!
Martha @ A Family Feast says
I never thought to infuse our ghee/clarified butter with garlic! You're a genius Renee!! 🙂
The Food Hunter says
I've heard of it but have never tried it. I think I will soon though
Angie Barrett says
I've had ghee before but I've not made it at home yet! I thought it was much harder to make but this sounds so easy!
Erin Dee says
This is so cool! I've heard a lot about ghee and while we have it here, it's way too expensive. I just can't do it! It's great to know that you can make it at home and even better that you added some garlic to it. 🙂
Katrina says
Sounds like something awesome to try. I've heard of it, seen it in stores and could never make myself pay for it. Making my own seems like the way to go. So did 1 lb. of butter make the amount pictured in your jar?
Renee Goerger says
Yes, Katrina. What I've shown here is what one pound of butter makes. Try it. I know you'll like it!